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Ministry and Alfamidi Inspire Hundreds of Children with Disabilities on National Children's Day

From Republika · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The Ministry of Women's Empowerment and Child Protection (KemenPPPA) and Alfamidi collaborated to support hundreds of children with disabilities.
  • The event, 'Jelajah SAPA', aimed to foster love, protection, and fulfillment of children's rights, emphasizing inclusivity.
  • Alfamidi highlighted its commitment to inclusion through its 'Alfability' program, which has employed 344 people with disabilities.

The Ministry of Women's Empowerment and Child Protection (KemenPPPA) and Alfamidi joined forces to inspire hundreds of children with disabilities during an event held at the Panti Sosial Bina Netra Cahaya Batin in Jakarta on Monday.

Children are the future of the nation whom we must support to achieve their dreams.

— Arifah FauziThe Minister of Women's Empowerment and Child Protection highlighted the importance of supporting children's aspirations.

Minister Arifah Fauzi emphasized the importance of the occasion, stating, "Children are the future of the nation whom we must support to achieve their dreams." The 'Jelajah SAPA' event, held in observance of National Children's Day, aimed to strengthen cross-sector collaboration to create a safe, inclusive, and child-friendly environment for all Indonesian children.

Alfamidi's Corporate Communication Manager, Retriantina Marhendra, expressed pride in participating in the initiative. She affirmed the company's commitment to inclusion, which extends beyond ceremonial events to tangible programs. The 'Alfability' program, launched in 2012, exemplifies this commitment, having employed 344 individuals with disabilities to date, surpassing the legal requirement of one percent stipulated in Law No. 8 of 2016 concerning Persons with Disabilities.

We strive to continuously provide inclusive spaces through the Alfability program, opening job opportunities for people with disabilities and fostering confident and productive workers.

— Retriantina MarhendraAlfamidi's Corporate Communication Manager explained the company's commitment to employing people with disabilities.

"We strive to continuously provide inclusive spaces through the Alfability program, opening job opportunities for people with disabilities and fostering confident and productive workers," Retriantina explained. Ahead of National Children's Day, Alfamidi encouraged every child to keep dreaming, adding, "The future is not determined by limitations but by spirit, courage, and the effort to keep learning." One of the beneficiaries, Muhammad Shofha, shared his joy at participating in the event and expressed his hope to work after graduation and inspire other children with disabilities to persevere regardless of their circumstances. Alfamidi distributed 100 goodie bags and essential food packages to the children during the event.

The future is not determined by limitations but by spirit, courage, and the effort to keep learning.

— Retriantina MarhendraAlfamidi encouraged children to pursue their dreams, emphasizing perseverance.
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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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